Brecon Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Brecon's crime profile in April 2025, accounting for 42.4% of all reported crimes — a stark contrast to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. With 25 incidents, this category drove the area's overall crime rate to 9.1 per 1,000, 18.2% above the UK average of 7.7. The prominence of violence aligns with Brecon's status as a market town with a mix of historical sites and retail areas, where late-night activity and seasonal events may contribute to heightened tensions. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 18.6% of crimes (11 cases), 28% above the UK average. This spike, combined with a 200% increase in other thefts (from 2 to 6 cases), suggests a combination of factors. Spring weather and the Easter period, which typically bring more foot traffic and social gatherings, may have amplified these trends. Other thefts, at 80% above the UK average, could be linked to increased outdoor activity and unsecured property in the built-up area. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson rose to 10.2% of incidents, a 58% increase over the UK average, reflecting the town's heritage buildings and seasonal maintenance demands. These patterns underscore the need for targeted measures to address both violent crime and property-related offences in a rapidly changing local context.

April 2025 saw a stark 450% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 2 to 11 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 200% rise in other thefts, highlights a significant shift in the crime mix. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, with 25 cases — 46% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The 100% increase in robbery cases, though starting from zero, is a notable anomaly. Meanwhile, public order offences dropped by 50%, from 8 to 4, possibly linked to the Easter period's quieter social dynamics. These fluctuations, particularly in anti-social behaviour, may reflect seasonal patterns tied to increased outdoor activity during spring.

Brecon's crime rate in April 2025 rose to 9.1 per 1,000 residents, a 13.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 8.0. This brings the area to 18.2% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics show roughly two crimes reported each day in April, a figure that may feel higher to residents due to the concentrated nature of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 110 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents relative to the population. While this rate is consistent with the area's built-up character within Powys, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and other thefts suggests a need for further analysis of local factors contributing to these trends.